Associate Audit Fall 2026 | Fort Wayne

Nichols College; Dudley (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars is seeking an internship in Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics & Finance for students aiming for CPA eligibility. This full-time opportunity offers hands-on audit experience and mentorship across diverse clients.

You will perform audit testing, reconcile data with client personnel, and contribute to draft comments and reports while participating in client meetings with partners and managers.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0.
• Achievement of a minimum grade of C or higher in job-relevant coursework.
• Achievement of a minimum grade of C or higher in intermediate accounting.
• Candidates must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in at least one U.S. State by the start date of the role.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your assigned office and attend off-site meetings and events in person.

Responsibilities

• Completing audit testing on financial statement accounts such as cash, accounts payable, or fixed assets
• Working with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data
• Helping to draft management letter comments and the audit report
• Participating in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers

Skills

Effective time management

Strong oral and written communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Initiative

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Pursuing accounting degree (CPA eligibility)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

and the job listing Expires on September 20, 2026

Internship Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics & Finance

Are you an accounting student striving for CPA eligibility and looking for a full-time opportunity in Audit? At Forvis Mazars, you can use your critical thinking abilities to help clients solve problems or apply your social skills to build rewarding business relationships. You will work with clients from a variety of industries as you develop your technical skills and strengthen the foundation on which you will build your career.

Whether you choose to start in audit or tax, you will be coached by our experienced staff and management personnel. As your skill set grows, you will assume greater responsibility and actively participate in determining your career path.

How you will contribute:

• Completing audit testing on financial statement accounts such as cash, accounts payable, or fixed assets
• Working with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data
• Helping to draft management letter comments and the audit report
• Participating in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Problem-solving attitude
• Willingness to take initiative
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must maintain a minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0
• Achievement of a minimum grade of C or higher in job-relevant coursework
• Achievement of a minimum grade of C or higher in intermediate accounting
• Candidates must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in at least one U.S. State by the start date of the role
• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your assigned office and be able to attend off-site meetings and events in person

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internships in a public accounting firm performing audit work

Applicants for positions with Forvis Mazars must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

At Forvis Mazars, your career is designed with a purpose. We want our team members to thrive professionally and feel the impact their work yields when serving clients, industries, and local communities. This starts by empowering team members to design a career journey that leverages their skills and fuels their passions.

Creating a best-in-class employee experience is at the heart of our vision for the future. With a global presence and diversified service offerings, we provide our Forvis Mazars team members with an abundance of career paths to choose from. We pride ourselves on building an inclusive culture where the backgrounds and talents of all our people are valued. We view our people as our most important asset and invest in them by providing competitive total rewards, professional development, and rewarding career opportunities.

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, the firm’s 7,000 dedicated team members provide an Unmatched Client Experience® through the delivery of assurance, tax, and consulting services for clients in all 50 states and internationally through the global network.

Visit forvismazars.us to learn more.

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

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